Pumpkin Seed Fish: The Colorful Jewel of Freshwater Streams
Introduction Have you ever encountered a flash of brilliant color darting through the sun-dappled waters of a local pond? Chances are, you’ve glimpsed a pumpkinseed fish. Often overlooked in favor of larger, more sought-after species, the pumpkinseed, or *Lepomis gibbosus*, is a captivating and ecologically significant member of many freshwater ecosystems. This diminutive panfish, adorned … Read more
